Construction Manager

Overview

A Construction Manager will assist other Project Management staff in anticipating and solving unprecedented engineering complexities, determining program objectives and requirements, organizing programs and projects, and developing standards and guidelines for diverse engineering activities. Evidence of progressive career development within the construction industry. Work in healthcare is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

MAIN DUTIES:

Assist Project Management staff in managing a project’s overall effort for the client, including assisting in managing a team and coordinating the work of various project entities (designer, contractor, owner personnel).  Assists in preparation, monitoring, and managing client project budgets and internal budgets.  Analyzes and optimizes internal and external processes.

• Maintains positive and productive working relationships with peer leaders, superiors, and subordinates.
• Participates in interviewing and recommending candidates to fill vacancies and build capabilities within the workforce.
• Assists with mentoring and facilitating the imparting of technical knowledge to staff, including the transfer of technical knowledge from the more senior personnel to those with less experience.
• Helps to manage, direct, and coordinate the work of assigned staff.
• Monitors progress, utilization and quality of work produced by assigned staff.
• Conducts site visits, identifies potential engineering problems, and proposes solutions and alternatives.
• Provides subject matter technical engineering expertise and supports and assists in reviewing technical work of others.
• Adjusts workload to changes and work to meet deadlines.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

Engages in business development, participates in marketing activities, actively participates in company initiatives, and assists in providing project management on small to mid-size projects. Helps to prepare, monitor, and manage the client’s project budgets. Works closely with project accountant to manage individual multipliers, utilization forecasts and project margins. Attends and participates in professional association meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of civil engineering. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE:

B.S. in industry-related field preferred. Professional registration and other job-relevant certifications such as CCM, CCE, or advanced specialized technical knowledge are strongly preferred. Detailed knowledge of construction, principles of construction management and project controls, with specialized knowledge in several areas including scheduling, cost estimating, documentation, contract administration, construction techniques. Some knowledge of personnel and project management techniques including budgeting, leadership, training, and business development is required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Expertise with MBP's diverse services.  Direct client contact and client care.  Operates at expert level in one or more service areas with responsibility for final work product.

• Capable of managing multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Capable of managing a team small project team.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to analyze and optimize internal and external processes.
• Able to stand and sit as needed on project work sites, climb ladders, work at heights, and work outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions.
• Ability to safely navigate construction work sites with uneven terrain.

GUIDANCE/RESPONSIBILITY: 

• Generally able to work independently and determine solutions.
• Provide training to less experienced personnel.
• Assist in managing the profitability of projects and their forecasted budgets.
• Receives overall guidance on emphasis and approach.

SUPERVISORY:

Capable of supervising individuals and teams.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive compensation with opportunities for semi-annual bonuses
• Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
• 100% Employer paid medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits (for individual)
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• 401(k)/Roth 401(k) plan with company match
• Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Reimbursement
• Numerous Training and Professional Development opportunities
• Wellness Program & Fitness Program Reimbursement  

STATUS: Full-time

The base salary range for this position is $90,000.00 to $110,000.00. Actual compensation will be determined based on work location, qualifications, experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

MBP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.